A sample research paper written in MLA style can be found here: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/557/01/ As with all research papers, MLA formatting requires that a writer cite all sources of information. Whether the paper is in APA or MLA or footnoted, failure to properly cite sources or quotes is considered plagiarism. Most universities reprimand, even expel, students found guilty
. of plagiarism. A great guide for weaning students onto citations and off of plagiarism, as well as a teacher lesson plan guide, is found here under "Reference Citations Chart": http://www.studenthandouts.com/graphicorganizers.htm
